1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1962 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 708 kg more than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Cadillac | Studebaker |
Model | DeVille | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |